Netaji Subhas - ICAR International Fellowship

Key facts

Benefit	₹2,00,000 monthly
Who	Students under 40 years
How paid	Bank transfer after acceptance
Implemented by	ICAR, Ministry of Agriculture
Official portal	icar.org.in
Application window	Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal

Benefits

Fellows receive a monthly stipend of up to INR 40,000 or US$ 2,000, along with travel reimbursements and additional lump-sum payments for expenses. The fellowship lasts for three years, with payments contingent on academic progress.

Who can apply

Age up to 40
For: student
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
poor household

Applicants must be under 40 years of age and hold a Master's degree in agriculture or allied sciences. Candidates should not be income tax payers, and no family member should be a government employee. Fresh candidates must have completed their qualifying degree within the last two years.

How to apply

Interested candidates can apply through the official ICAR website or designated application portals.

Visit the official ICAR website for the fellowship application.
Check the eligibility criteria and required documents.
Prepare necessary documents including proof of identity and academic qualifications.
Fill out the application form accurately.
Submit the application before the deadline specified on the website.
Await communication regarding the selection process and further instructions.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Passport Size Photo
Aadhaar Number
Proof of Identity
Proof of Residence
Proof of Age / DOB
Passport
Passing Certificate / Marksheet of the Latest Educational Qualification
No-Objection Certificate from the Employer (in case, the applicant is employed)
Details of Employer's Organization (Name, Address, Head of Organization) (in case, the applicant is employed)
Details of Awards/Honours/Scholarships like - Gold Medal, Best Thesis, NTS, JRF etc.
Experience Letters / Certificates
Details of Publications (Above NAAS rating of 4.0)
Details of the Ph.D. Degree Programme applied for (Discipline/subject, Name of the degree programme, Academic session and year of admission, Prescribed duration of the degree programme in years, Proposed area of study, Title of proposed research plan, Host University, name, address and contact person details, Acceptance letter for admission from Host University, Copy of research plan enclosed)
Self-Declaration by the Candidate
Certificate of Physical Fitness (By an authorized Medical Doctor)
Certificate of Proficiency in English (in case of overseas applicants)
Details of the Aadhaar Linked Bank Account

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all required documents are submitted and meet eligibility criteria.
Payment not received	Check if the acceptance letter from the host university has been submitted to initiate the payment process.

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum age limit for applicants?

The maximum age limit is 40 years for in-service candidates and 35 years for fresh candidates.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants need to provide various documents including proof of identity, academic certificates, and a no-objection certificate if employed.

Can in-service candidates apply for this fellowship?

Yes, in-service candidates can apply, provided they are employed in the ICAR-AU system.

What is the duration of the fellowship?

The fellowship is available for a maximum period of three years and cannot be extended.

How is the fellowship amount disbursed?

The fellowship amount is released in installments, contingent on the submission of academic progress reports.

Is there a bond or guarantee required for the fellowship?

Yes, Indian fellows must provide a bank guarantee, while overseas fellows will have a portion of their fellowship withheld as a guarantee.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.